This is the official page of the Stark County Sheriff’s Office, which is a public law enforcement agency serving Stark County, the 7th largest county in the State of Ohio. More information about the services provided by the Stark County Sheriff’s Office can be found by visiting https://www.starkcountyohio.gov/sheriff. This page is not continuously monitored, and visitors should dial 911 for emergencies.
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The Social Media Policy of the Stark County Sheriff's Office
We believe social media can be a powerful way for people to connect, share information, and stay informed. However, it can also be a tool used to amplify misinformation, speculation, harassment, and obscenity, all of which are especially dangerous during serious incidents, active investigations, and matters of public safety when accuracy and trust are essential. For these reasons, we adopted the following social media policy on January 6, 2025:
• We use social media platforms to share official information and updates.
• We maintain a content-neutral policy that disables comments across all posts.
• This approach ensures the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of our communications while avoiding the creation of a public forum.
• Importantly, this policy does not create a legal obligation to host public discourse on these platforms. While comments are disabled on our social media posts, we welcome and encourage members of the public to share feedback, concerns, or suggestions through the following channels:
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (330) 430-3800
• Website contact form: https://sheriff.starkcountyohio.gov/government/offices/sheriff/contact_us/index.php
• In person: We’re regularly at community events and would love to meet and talk with you. Thank you for understanding our policy, which is grounded in mutual respect and the seriousness of our duty as a law enforcement agency. By preventing harmful content from interfering with public safety, we ensure our communications remain clear, reliable, and trustworthy. Our commitment is to serve the community with integrity, and we look forward to continuing open, respectful conversations through the many channels available.
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Terms of Use:
Collaboration and interactive communication are part of the mission of the Stark County Sheriff’s Office and this page offers the potential to expand upon that mission. This page may assist the Stark County Sheriff’s Office in meeting community outreach, problem-solving, investigative, and crime-prevention objectives. Comments and messages submitted by the public on this page may be monitored by the Stark County Sheriff’s Office and may be subject to withholding from public view or removal in accordance with the Stark County Sheriff’s Office Social Media Policy. These same guidelines may be applied to block users from interacting with this page. Additionally, unless otherwise indicated, comments to content shared by the Stark County Sheriff’s Office do not reflect the opinion or position of the Stark County Sheriff’s Office or its employees. The Stark County Sheriff’s Office disclaims any responsibility or liability for any content or comments shared on this page. The Stark County Sheriff’s Office does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any content or comment.
